5-Day National Level Virtual FDP on Innovative Trends in AI for Teaching and Research

The 5-Day National Level Virtual Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Innovative Trends in Artificial Intelligence for Teaching and Research” was successfully conducted from 27th January to 31st January, 2025, under the aegis of the Consortium of Higher Educational Institutions for Research and Development (CHIRD). The FDP aimed to enhance the knowledge and expertise of faculty members in the evolving domain of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its applications in teaching and research.

On the third day of the FDP, Dr. Hemalatha N, Dean, School of Information Science and Technology, served as the resource person. She delivered an insightful session on “Enhanced Data Analytics in AI for Agriculture,” emphasizing the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in the agricultural sector.

Her session covered crucial topics such as precision farming, the integration of IoT in agriculture, and smart agricultural practices. She also shared practical insights and real-world use cases from projects she had executed with her students, demonstrating the practical implementation of AI-driven solutions in agriculture.

The FDP witnessed enthusiastic participation, with around 35 faculty members from SIST, St Aloysius Deemed to be University, and over 200 faculty members from various member institutions actively engaging in discussions and sessions.

The successful organization of the event was coordinated by Dr. Santhosh B from St Aloysius Deemed to be University, who played a key role in ensuring the smooth execution of the FDP.

The FDP served as a valuable platform for knowledge exchange, fostering discussions on emerging AI trends, and equipping faculty members with advanced insights into AI applications for research and academia.